Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Hilo

In the morning, we will visit Akaka Falls to view the 150 meter tall waterfalls deep within the lush Hawaiian tropical forest. Then, we will visit the Farmer's Market in downtown Hilo before continuing to the Nani Mau Gardens. Next, we will continue to Lava Trees State Park, where we will be able to see trees petrified under rocks formed by lava. After that, we will continue to the Kapoho Ahalanui Hot Pond, where cool ocean water and a geothermal spring mix at the edge of the shore. Then, we will move on to Kalapana, where one of the island's most famous beaches has been destroyed by flowing lava. At the end of the new coastline, we will see a black sand beach.

Hilo, HIHilo is the largest city, census-designated place (CDP), and settlement in Hawaii County, Hawaii, which encompasses the Island of Hawai'i. Hilo is the county seat of the County of Hawai'i and is located in the District of South Hilo.

Akaka Falls State Park'Akaka Falls State Park is one of the many parks on the Island of Hawaii, just outside the city of Hilo. The park is named for the ʻAkaka Falls, a 422-foot-tall waterfall on Kolekole Stream in an eroded gorge.

Nani Mau GardensThe Nani Mau Gardens in Hilo, Hawaii are commercial botanical gardens established by Makato Nitahara in 1972. The gardens contain more than two thousand plants as well as a botanical museums focused on history and conservation efforts.

Lava Trees State ParkThis peculiar park in the Nanawale Forest Reserve gets its name from rock formations formed by lava that surrounded and killed trees when it oozed through the area in 1790. A circular 0.7-mile footpath winds through the park.

Kapoho Tide PoolsThe Kapoho Tide Pools are a series of volcanically-heated thermal pools in Kapoho on the eastern tip of the Island of Hawaii. Some locals even have them on their property for use as natural hot tubs and pools.

Kalapana Black Sand BeachKalapana Black Sand Beach is a volcanic beach that is also an actively erupting area. The Kalapana Lava Viewing Area allows visitors to see the volcano's activity from a safe distance and watch smoke billow up from the water.

Departure & Return

Pickup is available from Hilo hotels, piers, and airport starting from 8:30-09:30AM. You will receive confirmation of your exact pick-up time after booking is received.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Admission Fees

Tour Guide

Roundtrip transportation from Hilo hotels, pier, and airport

Exclusions

Any personal fees

Gratuities

Meals

Parking Information

Additional Notes

Akaka Falls require walking up and down slopes for 25-30 minutes. Not Wheelchair accessible.

Policies

Confirmation

Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a receipt of booking by email. Within 36 hours of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email confirming the booking status. The tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate so reconfirmation two days prior to the departure date is required. If you are planning to take flight to join the tour, please call us to confirm the tour before booking flight tickets.

Redemption

You will receive an confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order is received. Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, is included on e-ticket. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.

Terms & Condition

All purchases will be confirmed with one business day after purchase.

We reserves the right to cancel or change any tours, schedules or rates and to
cancel or substitute routes and stops on any tour without prior notice and to
substitute restaurants, attractions, landmarks and or sites as directed by
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